House of the Dragon finally returned for its second season, reminding us of how great its ensemble cast is. If you’re in the mood to discover some more of their work outside of HBO’s fantasy epic, here are five binge-worthy TV shows you should check out.
Matt Smith – The Crown
Matt Smith rose to prominence while leading Doctor Who, before receiving even more acclaim for his Emmy-nominated portrayal of young Prince Philip in Netflix’s royal drama The Crown.
Emma D’Arcy – Truth Seekers
Emma D’Arcy is a true tour de force as Rhaenyra Targaryen, and they previously starred opposite Nick Forst and Simon Pegg in Truth Seekers, the supernatural comedy about a team of paranormal investigators using DIY tricks to solve mysteries.
Olivia Cooke – Bates Motel
Olivia Cooke’s rise to stardom started during the 2010s, with roles in Me and Earl and the Dying Girl and Ready Player One, but she also starred in Psycho-inspired modern-day prequel Bates Motel during this time.
Eva Best – Nurse Jackie
Before landing the role of Rhaenys Targaryen, Eva Best was best known as the confident and charismatic Dr. Eleanor O’Hara from Nurse Jackie, who was a close friend and colleague of Edie Falco’s titular character.
Rhys Ifans – Berlin Station
From Harry Potter to Spider-Man, Rhys Ifans truly did it all, and he also made time for several hit TV projects. Epix’s thriller series Berlin Station is one of them, and it centers on the clandestine activities of the CIA team working in Berlin.